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Animal Exhibits: Animal Exhibit Rules August 5-11, 2018

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Animal Exhibit RulesIn cases when printed publications (Fair Book, Brochure, etc.) differ from the fair website, the website will be considered the authoritative and final word for any and all information and rules.

Animal Entry and RegistrationDEADLINE: Animal Entries must be postmarked by July 7.Submit the paper form(s) with payment, payable to “UNION COUNTY WEST END FAIR”. Mail Entry Forms to the Superintendent of each Department, as noted on the entry form(s).Please note: The Certificate of Veterinary Inspection (health certificate) is provided by each veterinarian.

Pre-RegistrationJULY 7 – All Livestock Exhibits must be PRE-REGISTERED. Animal Entry Forms are available on the fair website. Do NOT use the Exhibit Registration and Entry Form in the Fair Book for animal entries. Livestock Fees are due when exhibits are pre-registered. There is a $50 service fee for returned checks.

Exhibit SubmissionsMONDAY, 9 AM-1 PM — Livestock Exhibits will be received. The Fair Association will furnish a reasonable amount of initial bedding. Straw and hay may not be stockpiled in the stalls.

Exhibit Removal FRIDAY, after 10:00 PM – Sold Livestock may be removed. It is the responsibility of all 4-H and FFA members to load their project animals for hauling following the sale. If the member cannot be present at loading time, he/she must secure a representative to load his/her project animal(s).SATURDAY, after 11:00 PM – Remaining Livestock may be removed. Advise your haulers. Exhibitors MUST clean their livestock area at the conclusion of the fair.

Livestock RulesRefer to General Rules for all exhibitors. In addition, the following rules apply for livestock exhibits:

1. The PA Dept of Agriculture provides the PA Fairs Animal Health Rules (PDF File) for the PA County and Community Fairs. This document can be downloaded from the PA Dept of Agriculture website and should be referenced to ensure adherence to these requirements.

2. MONDAY, 9:00 AM – Weigh in of livestock beginning with hogs, followed by lambs, goats, steers and dairy beef. All livestock exhibitors must be present.

3. The livestock exhibitor is responsible to ensure that the animal is weighed.4. MONDAY, 3:00 PM – Livestock Meeting. All livestock exhibitors must attend.5. All livestock offered for premiums, except rabbit meat pens, must have been owned a minimum of 60 days

before the first day of the fair. No pending papers will be accepted.6. Joint ownership is considered one owner, in accordance with the Livestock Exhibit Entry Form.7. No substitutions of animals allowed for any breeding species.8. No livestock may be walked on fairgrounds except in and around barns, show arena and wash rack.9. The Livestock breed name must be shown on cards large enough that the breed name may be readily identified

by viewers; if the livestock is grouped together according to breeds, one large sign to designate the group will be satisfactory.

10. Livestock Awards must be placed on the stall or pen of the individual winners for the duration of the fair. Failure to comply with this regulation will result in forfeiture of premiums.

11. Should any animal awarded a prize be disqualified, the animals gaining the lower prizes shall move into the next higher positions if, in the opinion of the judges, the animals are worthy of such prizes.

12. Any artificial means to change the form or shape of an animal will disqualify it from competition.

Union County West End Fair Association

2018 Premium GuideBook 1 - Animal Exhibits

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Animal Exhibits: Department 2 — Dairy Cattle August 5-11, 2018

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13. Livestock Superintendent(s) will inspect pens daily. If pens are not maintained, there will be one (1) warning. A second offense will result in removal of the animal(s) from the fairgrounds.

14. Exhibitors are responsible for cleaning their livestock area at the conclusion of the fair. If the area is not cleaned by the Tuesday evening following the fair, 10% will be deducted from premium check.

15. All livestock exhibitors with the exception of rabbits will need to wear a show harness displaying their exhibitor number during the shows; two cards will be provided, one for the front and one for the back.

Livestock Showmanship1. When on exhibition in the ring, each animal must be under halter in the charge of owner or representative.2. No person shall be allowed in the ring while stock is being judged except the judge, superintendents and

necessary attendants.3. The Fair Association will have stand-by attendants available during youth judging and/or showing, to provide

assistance if an animal becomes unmanageable.4. The State Farm Products Show Commission Code of Show Ring Ethics is as follows: Exhibitors of animals at

the Farm Show shall at all times deport themselves with honesty and good sportsmanship. Their conduct in this competitive environment shall always reflect the highest standards of honor and dignity to promote the advancement of agricultural education. Complete Code of Ethics info can be found on the fair website.

Livestock Exhibitor Parking and Passes1. Passes and parking permits for livestock exhibitors will be issued at the Fair Office. Exhibitor registration slip

must be presented for identification.2. Parking space for livestock exhibitors is available behind the barns and show arena (excluding trailers and large

industrial vehicles).3. A reserved area near the south gate has been designated for livestock trailers and large industrial vehicles.4. Parking committee will enforce rules.

Department 2 — Dairy CattleCONTACT: Eric Imgrund (570-522-0364)ENTRY FEE: $6.00 per animal, Union County Residents. $10.00 per animal, all others. Payment is due with entry form and must be postmarked no later than July 7. There will be absolutely no substitutions after the July 7 Entry Deadline, including arrival day at the fair.Open Class Entries are limited to Montour, Northumberland, Snyder and Union Counties.

1. Refer to General Rules.2. Exhibitors will be expected to display or parade their animals as directed by the Superintendent; to accept the

stall assigned without controversy; to keep their animals in an attractive appearance, and to cooperate with the Department in every way that may serve to increase the educational value of the show. No stalls will be promised until after entry deadline date. Stall space may not be decorated until all stall space is assigned.

3. Exhibitors must note when livestock will be judged and be in the ring promptly and/or on call. Failure to comply with this rule may exclude exhibitor from competing.

4. Decorations with ribbons or ornaments previously won by animals at shows shall be prohibited until after the awards have been made in their respective classes by the judge.

5. 4-H and FFA members may enter the same animal in both open and youth competition.6. Exhibitor defined: Exhibitor will be the individual or partnership listed as current owner on the registry certificate

at the time of entry.7. Original registration papers or dairy leasing program project forms showing ownership by June 1, plus Certificate

of Veterinary Inspection (CVI) must accompany animals. These will be checked and approved before animals can be unloaded. No pending papers will be approved. For cows, the ownership dates will be by January 1 of the current year, and for calves and heifers the transfer dates will be by June 1 of the current year. Note: Holstein USA will use the date the transfer was received by the Holstein Association. No back dated transfers are allowed. All papers must be available until judging has been completed. There will be no exceptions to this rule.

8. Dress Code: In an effort to maintain positive public image, acceptable dress will be either dark or white pants and white shirts or 4-H attire. Bib overalls or blue denims will not be allowed in the show ring. This will be enforced by the class organizer.

9. Management: The management reserves the final and absolute right to interpret these rules and regulations and will determine all matters, questions, or differences in connection with the show.

10. Rotation of show order will be at the discretion of the dairy superintendent and will be announced prior to the show date.

DEPT CLASS DESCRIPTION PREMIUMS 02 1 Bull calf born between Sept 1, 2017 and May 31, 2018 ......................................................$12 $10 02 2 Junior yearling bull born between March 1 and Aug 31, 2017 ..............................................$12 $10 02 3 Grand Champion Bull .....................................................................................................Rosette

Animal Exhibits: Department 3 — Breeding Beef August 5-11, 2018

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DEPT CLASS DESCRIPTION PREMIUMS 02 4 Reserve Grand Champion Bull .........................................................................................Rosette 02 5 Junior heifer calf born between March 1 and May 31, 2018 ...................................... $16 $14 $10 $8 02 6 Intermediate heifer calf born between Dec 1, 2017 and Feb 28, 2018 ....................... $16 $14 $10 $8 02 7 Senior heifer calf born between Sept 1 and Nov 30, 2017........................................ $16 $14 $10 $8 02 8 Summer yearling heifer born between June 1 and Aug 31, 2017 .............................. $16 $14 $10 $8 02 9 Junior yearling heifer born between March 1 and May 31, 2017 ................................ $16 $14 $10 $8 02 10 Intermediate yearling heifer born between Dec 1, 2016 and Feb 28, 2017 ................. $16 $14 $10 $8 02 11 Senior yearling heifer born between Sept 1 and Nov 30, 2016 ................................. $16 $14 $10 $8 02 12 Junior Champion Female .................................................................................................Rosette 02 13 Reserve Junior Champion Female .....................................................................................Rosette 02 14 Junior Best 3 Females, 3 animals under 2 yr, bred/owned by 1 exhibitor.

Limit 1 group per exhibitor. ....................................................................... $20 $18 $16 $14 $12 02 15 Dry cow 3 and 4 years, born between Sept 1, 2014 and Aug 31, 2015 .............. $20 $18 $16 $14 $12 02 16 Dry cow 5 years and over, born before Sept 1, 2013 ....................................... $20 $18 $16 $14 $12 02 17 Junior 2-year-old born between March 1 and Aug 31, 2016 ............................. $20 $18 $16 $14 $12 02 18 Senior 2-year-old born between Sept 1, 2015 and Feb 28, 2016 ...................... $20 $18 $16 $14 $12 02 19 3-year-old born between Sept 1, 2014 and Aug 31, 2015 ................................ $20 $18 $16 $14 $12 02 20 4-year-old born between Sept 1, 2013 and Aug 31, 2014 ................................ $20 $18 $16 $14 $12 02 21 Aged cow born before Sept 1, 2013 ............................................................. $20 $18 $16 $14 $12 02 22 Best udder cow in milk, any age, to be judged on udder alone (7 cow classes) ............................ $10 02 23 Best 3 females, 3 animals over 2 years of age or the combination of 2 senior animals plus 1

junior animal bred and owned by one exhibitor. Limited 1 group per exhibitor. ..............$20 $18 $16 02 24 Dairy herd, 3 cows that have freshened, all owned by one exhibitor ..............................$20 $18 $16 02 25 Produce of dam, 2 animals any age, either sex, the produce of one cow, need not be

owned by one exhibitor..........................................................................................$20 $18 $16 02 26 Dam and daughter, both must be owned by exhibitor, and daughter must be

bred by exhibitor. .................................................................................................$20 $18 $16 02 27 Senior Champion Female ................................................................................................Rosette 02 28 Reserve Senior Champion Female ....................................................................................Rosette 02 29 Grand Champion Female .................................................................................................Rosette 02 30 Reserve Grand Champion Female .....................................................................................Rosette 02 31 Supreme Champion Female .............................................................................................Rosette

SECTIONS AND BREEDSThe same classification and premiums above apply to each of the following breeds.A. Ayrshire B. Brown Swiss

C. GuernseyD. Holstein

E. JerseyF. Milking Shorthorn

G. Red & White Holstein

H. Line BackI. Dutch Belted

Department 3 — Breeding BeefCONTACT: Joshua Franck (570-966-7669) PREMIUMS: $16, $12, $10, $8, $6ENTRY FEE: $6.00 per animal, Union County Residents. $10.00 per animal, all others. Payment is due with entry form and must be postmarked no later than July 7. There will be absolutely no substitutions after the July 7 Entry Deadline, including arrival day at the fair.Open Class Entries are limited to Montour, Northumberland, Snyder and Union Counties.

1. Breeding Beef Cattle shall be free of infectious and transmissible diseases. Shipping fever shots required. 2. All breeding cattle must have an official Certificate of Veterinary inspection.3. Animals must be identified by June 1.4. Exhibitors must be present and have charge of their animals at the time of judging in the show ring.5. All breeding beef cattle must be naturally polled or dehorned.6. Animals must be registered in the exhibitor’s name.7. All cattle must be owned by the exhibitor.8. Animals must be of 100% American Beef breed bloodline (purebred or any combination).

DEPT CLASS DESCRIPTION 03 1 Junior Bull or Steer calf born between Jan 1 and Apr 15, 2018 03 2 Junior Bull or Steer calf born between Apr 16 and Jul 31, 2018 03 3 Grand Champion Bull or Steer 03 4 Reserve Grand Champion Bull or Steer 03 5 Junior Heifer calf born between Jan 1 and Apr 15, 2018

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DEPT CLASS DESCRIPTION 03 6 Junior Heifer calf born between Apr 16 and Jul 31, 2018 03 7 Senior Heifer calf born between Sep 1 and Oct 31, 2017 03 8 Senior Heifer calf born between Nov 1 and Dec 31, 2017 03 9 Summer yearling calf born between May 1 and Jun 30, 2017 03 10 Summer yearling calf born between Jul 1 and Aug 31, 2017 03 11 Junior yearling calf born between Jan 1 and Feb 28, 2017 03 12 Junior yearling calf born between Mar 1 and Apr 30, 2017 03 13 Senior yearling calf born between Sept 1 and Oct 31, 2016 03 14 Senior yearling calf born between Nov 1 and Dec 31, 2016 03 15 Grand Champion Female 03 16 Reserve Grand Champion Female 03 17 2 year old Cow-Calf 03 18 3 years and over Cow-Calf 03 19 Grand Champion Cow-Calf 03 20 Reserve Grand Champion Cow-Calf

SECTIONS AND BREEDSThere will be no breed separation. The following breeds qualify as 100% American Beef.A. AngusB. Brahman

C. BrangusD. Charolais

E. ChianinaF. Hereford

G. LimousinH. Maine-Anjou

I. SimmentalJ. Shorthorn

Department 4 — Breeding SheepCONTACT: Anthony Dietrich (570-837-0390) PREMIUMS: $10, $9, $8, $7, $6ENTRY FEE: $2.00 per animal. Payment is due with entry form and must be postmarked no later than July 7. There will be absolutely no substitutions after the July 7 Entry Deadline, including arrival day at the fair. Open Class Entries are limited to Montour, Northumberland, Snyder and Union Counties.

1. Any animal of unthrifty nature, unsuitable condition, or which cannot be satisfactorily handled under show conditions must be removed from the fairgrounds.

2. All sheep shall be washed, properly fitted and trimmed. Blankets are to be removed prior to judging and kept off animals until leaving the fair.

3. Flock consists of one ram, any age; two ewes, one year and under two years; and two ewes under one year.4. Breeder’s young flock consists of one ram lamb and two ewe lambs, all bred and owned by exhibitor.5. A Get of Sire shall consist of four breeding animals, any age or sex, the Get of one Sire. Get need not be owned

by the exhibitor.6. The show will be limited to registered purebred breeding sheep. Only breeds listed below may be entered.

Registration must be furnished for all animals. 7. If an exhibitor is unable to tend his animals during the fair, superintendent shall be informed of the fact and of

the person who will assume this responsibility in his absence.8. Fair reserves the right, in case of limited space, to limit the number of pens to any exhibitor.9. Only two animals per exhibitor may be entered in any one class.

DEPT CLASS DESCRIPTION 04 1 Yearling, Ram, 1 year and under 2 04 2 Ram, Lamb under 1 year 04 3 Pair of Ram Lambs, owned by one farm 04 4 Champion Ram 04 5 Reserve Champion Ram 04 6 Yearling Ewe, 1 year and under 2 04 7 Pair of Yearling Ewes, owned by one farm 04 8 Ewe Lamb, under 1 year 04 9 Pair Ewe Lambs, owned by one farm 04 10 Champion Ewe 04 11 Reserve Champion Ewe 04 12 Breeders Young Flock 04 13 Flock, Ram, 2 Yearling Ewes, 2 Ewe Lambs 04 14 Get of Sire 04 15 Pen of Lambs (4 breeding animals - 2 Ewe Lambs, 2 Ram Lambs) 04 16 Supreme Champion Ram 04 17 Supreme Champion Ewe

Animal Exhibits: Department 6-1 — ADGA Sanctioned Dairy Goat Show August 5-11, 2018

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SECTIONS AND BREEDSThe same classification and premiums above apply to each of the following breeds.A. CheviotB. Corriedale

C. DorseD. Hampshire

E. TunisF. Shropshire

G. SouthdownH. Suffolk

I. OxfordJ. Natural Colored

George L. Chick Best Breeding Sheep Award AWARD:Banner4-H/FFA members and Open Class Exhibitors are eligible for the George L. Chick Award, given to the Best Breeding Sheep or Best Herd of Breeding Sheep in the barn -- sponsored by The Chick Family.

Department 6-1 — ADGA Sanctioned Dairy Goat ShowCONTACT: Betty Bronson (570-441-7727)ENTRY FEE: $2.00 per animal, Union County 4H and FFA ONLY. $4.00 per animal, all others. No entry fee for group classes. LATE ENTRY FEE: $8.00 per animal; late entries will only be accepted to make a breed official. Payment is due with entry form and must be postmarked no later than July 7.This is a one day event. No pens will be available, except 4H-FFA animals. All animals must be on the grounds and checked in no later than 9 AM.

1. American Dairy Goat Association rules shall govern the conduct of the show. 2. Only American Dairy Goat Association, American Goat Society and Canadian Goat Society registered and

recorded animals may be shown in official American Dairy Goat Association shows. 3. Original registration papers must accompany animals over 6 months of age. No pending papers or substitutions

will be approved. Original registration certificate or duplicate application stamped by the ADGA office is required for all animals under 6 months of age.

4. Lease form must be on file with the ADGA; a copy must accompany each leased animal. 5. The base date for computing age of animals shall be the date of the show. 6. Only Does entered in age classes may be shown in group classes.7. All animals must have an official legible breed registration tattoo.8. Junior and Senior shows are not separately sanctioned.9. Substitutions are allowed within the breed.10. Official health certificate issued by accredited veterinarian shall accompany all goats. All health certificates will

be checked. 11. There is no limit in individual classes.12. Group classes are limited to 2 per exhibitor.13. No horned animals allowed.14. There will be no changes to the printed show order.

DEPT SEC CLASS DESCRIPTION PREMIUMS06 1 1 Doe under 4 mths ................................................................................... $5 $4 $3 $2 $106 1 2 Doe 4 mths, under 12 mths ...................................................................... $5 $4 $3 $2 $106 1 3 Doe 1 year old, under 2 not in milk ............................................................ $5 $4 $3 $2 $106 1 4 Junior Champion Doe .......................................................................................... Rosette06 1 5 Reserve Junior Champion Doe ............................................................................... Rosette06 1 6 Milking Doe under 2 ................................................................................. $5 $4 $3 $2 $106 1 7 Doe 2 years and under 3 .......................................................................... $5 $4 $3 $2 $106 1 8 Doe 3 years old and under 5 ..................................................................... $5 $4 $3 $2 $106 1 9 Doe 5 years and over ............................................................................... $5 $4 $3 $2 $106 1 10 Senior Champion Doe ......................................................................................... Rosette06 1 11 Reserve Senior Champion Doe ............................................................................. Rosette06 1 12 Grand Champion Doe .......................................................................................... Rosette06 1 13 Reserve Grand Champion Doe ............................................................................... Rosette 06 1 14 Champion Challenge ................................................................................ $5 $4 $3 $2 $106 1 15 Junior Get of Sire, 3 Jr. Division Does of one sire. ................................................. $6 $5 $406 1 16 Senior Get of Sire, 3 Sr. Division Does of one sire. ................................................ $6 $5 $406 1 17 Produce of Dam, 2 Does of one Dam. ..................................................................$6 $5 $406 1 18 Dam and Produce, Dam and daughter. ................................................................$6 $5 $406 1 19 Dairy Herd, 4 Does in milk .................................................................................$6 $5 $406 1 20 Bred and Owned Best 3 Females, 3 Does. All must be owned by exhibitor. ............... $6 $5 $406 1 21 Best Doe in Show ............................................................................................... Rosette

Animal Exhibits: Department 6-2 — Breeding Meat Goats August 5-11, 2018

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SECTIONS AND BREEDSA. AlpineB. Lamancha

C. ToggenburgD. Nubian

E. Nigerian DwarfF. Other Purebred

G. Recorded Grades

Department 6-2 — Breeding Meat GoatsCONTACT: Tammy Rhyne (570-713-8722) PREMIUMS: $10, $9, $8, $7, $6ENTRY FEE: $2.00 per animal. Payment is due with entry form and must be postmarked no later than July 7. There will be absolutely no substitutions after the July 7 Entry Deadline, including arrival day at the fair.Open Class Entries are limited to Montour, Northumberland, Snyder and Union Counties.

1. Animals must be owned, tagged and identified by May 15. A maximum of four animals may be tagged and a maximum of two animals shown. Scrapie tag will be required for all market goats regardless of sex.

2. An animal may show in one class only. Meat Breeding Does cannot show in Market Goat Division and vice versa.3. All goats must bear an official USDN Aphis Scrapie program ear tag. Exceptions are only those goats that have a

registration tattoo and have been coded with a premise ID number.4. All goats must have an official health certificate issued by an accredited veterinarian within 30 days prior to the

opening date of the Fair.5. No more than 4 maximum animals per exhibitor and no more than 2 per class.

DEPT SEC CLASS DESCRIPTION06 2 1 Doe 6·9 months (Born between Jan 1 to April 1, 2018)06 2 2 Doe 10·13 months (Born between Oct 1 to Dec. 31, 2017)06 2 3 Doe 13-18 months (Born between May 1 to Sept. 30, 2017)06 2 4 Doe 19+ months (Born before Apr 30, 2017)06 2 5 Buck 3·9 months (Born between Jan 1 to Jun 30, 2018)06 2 6 Champion Doe06 2 7 Reserve Champion Doe06 2 8 Champion Buck06 2 9 Reserve Champion Buck

Department 9 — RabbitsCONTACT: Tanya Lantz (570-966-6865) PREMIUMS: $4.50, $3.50, $2.50, $2.00, $1.50ENTRY FEE: $2.00 per entry. $3.00 per meat pen. Meat pens are considered one entry. Payment is due with entry form and must be postmarked no later than July 7. There will be absolutely no substitutions after the July 7 Entry Deadline, including arrival day at the fair.

1. The latest rules of the American Rabbit Breeders Association will govern the conduct of the show.2. Exhibitor must show his or her own rabbit.3. Each rabbit must be kept in its own cage until the rabbit is judged.4. After judging, rabbits will be assigned a cage inside the Rabbit Barn.5. It is suggested that all rabbits have permanent ear tattoos. This is for your own protection if a question of

ownership arises.6. Rabbits must be in good health. Rabbits will be checked for eye and nasal drainage, ear mites and other signs

of illness. Judge will eliminate stock found to be diseased while judging. Sick rabbits must be removed from the building as soon as possible.

7. Judges will not award prizes to an unworthy entry. In the absence of competition, or where only one rabbit is entered, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, or no premium will be awarded according to the merit of the entry.

8. Entries will be made in two (2) classes: Open; 4H and/or FFA. Entries limited to 10 per exhibitor.9. There will be Senior (6 months and over) and Junior (under 6 months) Classes in all breeds.10. 4H and FFA Livestock Sale participants may enter one meat pen in the sale. A meat pen consists of three rabbits

of the same breed and variety, not over 10 weeks in age and not weighing under 3.5 lbs. or over 5.5 lbs. per the ARBA standard. Rabbits will be weighed by the judge.

11. Fair will provide water, feed and feeding dishes for rabbits.12. Rabbits will be fed and watered by capable help during the week of the fair.13. Fair will not be responsible for the loss of any rabbits.14. NO BEDDING: no cardboard, no hay, and no straw. If a resting board is needed, an approved plastic or wooden

board will be provided by the exhibitor.15. Rabbits may be removed after 11:00 PM Saturday. All rabbits must be removed by 12:00 PM Sunday. No rabbits

(other than the meat pens bought at the livestock sale and rabbits expelled due to illness) will leave the rabbit building before 11 PM on Saturday or exhibitor will forfeit winnings. All buying and selling of rabbits will be done outside the rabbit building after 11 PM Saturday.

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16. All Union County entries will be accepted over entries from other counties, regardless of postmark date.17. It is the exhibitor’s responsibility to properly name the breed entered. Any rabbit improperly entered will be

disqualified and will not be judged. The judge will mark the correct name on the tag for the benefit of the exhibitor.

DEPT CLASS DESCRIPTION09 * Rabbit, Buck or Doe, Junior or Senior (*See Sections and Breeds)09 09430 31. Meat Pens: Three rabbits same breed / variety, each rabbit must weigh between 3.5 to 5.5 lbs 09 09432 32. Fryer: Single rabbit not over 10 weeks, must weigh between 3 to 5 lbs 09 09435 33 Roaster: Single rabbit under 6 months in age and not less than 5 1/2 lbs. nor over 8 lbs. 09 09437 34. Stewer: Single rabbit 6 months of age and over, minimum weight 8 lbs. 09 09440 35. Doe & Litter: Litter should be 5 to 6 weeks old by end of Fair to prevent problems 09 09441 Best of Show Doe 09 09442 Best of Show Buck 09 09443 Best of Show Doe and Litter

*SECTIONS AND BREEDSThe following Rabbit Classes include both Department 9 - Open Class (numbers starting with 09...) and Department 10 - Section 10 - 4H-FFA (numbers starting with 10...).

1. American Fuzzy Lop Broken Jr. Buck 09001 10001 Jr. Doe 09002 10002 Sr. Buck 09003 10003 Sr. Doe 09004 100041. American Fuzzy Lop Solid Jr. Buck 09010 10010 Jr. Doe 09011 10011 Sr. Buck 09012 10012 Sr. Doe 09013 100132. English Angora White Jr. Buck 09020 10020 Jr. Doe 09021 10021 Sr. Buck 09022 10022 Sr. Doe 09023 100232. English Angora Colored Jr. Buck 09030 10030 Jr. Doe 09031 10031 Sr. Buck 09032 10032 Sr. Doe 09033 100333. French Angora White Jr. Buck 09040 10040 Jr. Doe 09041 10041 Sr. Buck 09042 10042 Sr. Doe 09043 100433. French Angora Colored Jr. Buck 09050 10050 Jr. Doe 09051 10051 Sr. Buck 09052 10052 Sr. Doe 09053 100534. Giant Angora Jr. Buck 09060 10060 Jr. Doe 09061 10061 Sr. Buck 09062 10062 Sr. Doe 09063 10063 5. English Spot Jr. Buck 09070 10070 Jr. Doe 09071 10071 Sr. Buck 09072 10072 Sr. Doe 09073 10073

6. Flemish Giant Jr. Buck 09080 10080 Jr. Doe 09081 10081 Sr. Buck 09082 10082 Sr. Doe 09083 100837. Harlequin Jr. Buck 09090 10090 Jr. Doe 09091 10091 Sr. Buck 09092 10092 Sr. Doe 09093 100938. Himalayan Jr. Buck 09100 10100 Jr. Doe 09101 10101 Sr. Buck 09102 10102 Sr. Doe 09103 101039. Jersey Wooley Jr. Buck 09110 10110 Jr. Doe 09111 10111 Sr. Buck 09112 10112 Sr. Doe 09113 1011310. English Lop Broken Jr. Buck 09120 10120 Jr. Doe 09121 10121 Sr. Buck 09122 10122 Sr. Doe 09123 10123 10. English Lop Solid Jr. Buck 09130 10130 Jr. Doe 09131 10131 Sr. Buck 09132 10132 Sr. Doe 09133 1013311. French Lop Broken Jr. Buck 09140 10140 Jr. Doe 09141 10141 Sr. Buck 09142 10142 Sr. Doe 09143 1014311. French Lop Solid Jr. Buck 09150 10150 Jr. Doe 09151 10151 Sr. Buck 09152 10152 Sr. Doe 09153 10153

12. Mini Lop Broken Jr. Buck 09160 10160 Jr. Doe 09161 10161 Sr. Buck 09162 10162 Sr. Doe 09163 1016312. Mini Lop Solid Jr. Buck 09170 10170 Jr. Doe 09171 10171 Sr. Buck 09172 10172 Sr. Doe 09173 1017313. Holland Lop Broken Jr. Buck 09180 10180 Jr. Doe 09181 10181 Sr. Buck 09182 10182 Sr. Doe 09183 1018313. Holland Lop Solid Jr. Buck 09190 10190 Jr. Doe 09191 10191 Sr. Buck 09192 10192 Sr. Doe 09193 1019314. Mini Rex Jr. Buck 09200 10200 Jr. Doe 09201 10201 Sr. Buck 09202 10202 Sr. Doe 09203 1020315. Californian Jr. Buck 09210 10210 Jr. Doe 09211 10211 Sr. Buck 09212 10212 Sr. Doe 09213 1021316. D’Argent Champagne Jr. Buck 09220 10220 Jr. Doe 09221 10221 Sr. Buck 09222 10222 Sr. Doe 09223 1022316. D’Argent Creme Jr. Buck 09230 10230 Jr. Doe 09231 10231 Sr. Buck 09232 10232 Sr. Doe 09233 10233

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17. Checkered Giant Jr. Buck 09240 10240 Jr. Doe 09241 10241 Sr. Buck 09242 10242 Sr. Doe 09243 1024318. Chinchilla American Jr. Buck 09250 10250 Jr. Doe 09251 10251 Sr. Buck 09252 10252 Sr. Doe 09253 1025318. Chinchilla Giant Jr. Buck 09260 10260 Jr. Doe 09261 10261 Sr. Buck 09262 10262 Sr. Doe 09263 1026318. Chinchilla Standard Jr. Buck 09270 10270 Jr. Doe 09271 10271 Sr. Buck 09272 10272 Sr. Doe 09273 1027319. Dutch Jr. Buck 09280 10280 Jr. Doe 09281 10281 Sr. Buck 09282 10282 Sr. Doe 09283 1028320. Netherland Dwarf Jr. Buck 09290 10290 Jr. Doe 09291 10291 Sr. Buck 09292 10292 Sr. Doe 09293 1029321. New Zealand Black Jr. Buck 09300 10300 Jr. Doe 09301 10301 Sr. Buck 09302 10302 Sr. Doe 09303 10303

21. New Zealand Red Jr. Buck 09310 10310 Jr. Doe 09311 10311 Sr. Buck 09312 10312 Sr. Doe 09313 1031321. New Zealand White Jr. Buck 09320 10320 Jr. Doe 09321 10321 Sr. Buck 09322 10322 Sr. Doe 09323 1032322. Palamino Jr. Buck 09330 10330 Jr. Doe 09331 10331 Sr. Buck 09332 10332 Sr. Doe 09333 1033323. Polish Jr. Buck 09340 10340 Jr. Doe 09341 10341 Sr. Buck 09342 10342 Sr. Doe 09343 1034324. Rex Jr. Buck 09350 10350 Jr. Doe 09351 10351 Sr. Buck 09352 10352 Sr. Doe 09353 1035325. Satin Jr. Buck 09360 10360 Jr. Doe 09361 10361 Sr. Buck 09362 10362 Sr. Doe 09363 1036326. Silver Martin Jr. Buck 09370 10370 Jr. Doe 09371 10371 Sr. Buck 09372 10372 Sr. Doe 09373 10373

27. Tan Jr. Buck 09380 10380 Jr. Doe 09381 10381 Sr. Buck 09382 10382 Sr. Doe 09383 1038328. Brevern Jr. Buck 09390 10390 Jr. Doe 09391 10391 Sr. Buck 09392 10392 Sr. Doe 09393 1039329. Thrianta Jr. Buck 09400 10400 Jr. Doe 09401 10401 Sr. Buck 09402 10402 Sr. Doe 09403 1040330. Pet Class Fancy (Small) Jr. Buck 09410 10410 Jr. Doe 09411 10411 Sr. Buck 09412 10412 Sr. Doe 09413 1041330. Pet Class Production (Large) Jr. Buck 09420 10420 Jr. Doe 09421 10421 Sr. Buck 09422 10422 Sr. Doe 09423 10423

Department 10 — 4H-FFA Theme: Farms, Families, Fairs, Fun

Please refer to the General Rules and 4H-FFA General Rules in the Fair Book, the Code of Show Ring Ethics on the fair website, and the PA Dept of Agriculture Animal Health Rules and Regulations (link on the fair website) for additional animal health requirements.

Premium Payments4H-FFA Members MUST help at the Tuesday cleanup after the fair to receive premium checks. Premium checks will be distributed after clean up.

Showmanship Rules1. Exhibitor must enter the Showmanship Class when pre-registering exhibits.2. 4H or FFA members must be present and have charge of their animals at the time of judging.3. In the event of 2 or more animals owned by one exhibitor in the same class, the second animal must be shown

by a 4H or FFA member.4. Dress code rules will be enforced and Hat Numbers are required.5. The exhibitor must show the animal in the open show.

Section 1 Dairy CattleCONTACT: Eric Imgrund (570-522-0364)ENTRY FEE: $6.00 per animal. Payment is due with entry form and must be postmarked no later than July 7. There will be absolutely no substitutions after the July 7 Entry Deadline, including arrival day at the fair. 4-H and FFA Entries are limited to residents of Union County.


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1. Exhibitors will be expected to display or parade their animals as directed by the Superintendent; to accept the stall assigned without controversy; to keep their animals in an attractive appearance, and to cooperate with the Department in every way that may serve to increase the educational value of the show. No stalls will be promised until after entry deadline date. Stall space may not be decorated until all stall space is assigned.

2. Exhibitors must note when livestock will be judged and be in the ring promptly and/or on call. Failure to comply with this rule may exclude exhibitor from competing.

3. Decorations with ribbons or ornaments previously won by animals at shows shall be prohibited until after the awards have been made in their respective classes by the judge.

4. 4-H and FFA members may enter the same animal in both open and youth competition.5. Exhibitor defined: Exhibitor will be the individual or partnership listed as current owner on the registry certificate

at the time of entry.6. Original registration papers or dairy leasing program project forms showing ownership by June 1, plus Certificate

of Veterinary Inspection (CVI) must accompany animals. These will be checked and approved before animals can be unloaded. No pending papers will be approved. For cows, the ownership dates will be by January 1 of the current year, and for calves and heifers the transfer dates will be by June 1 of the current year. Note: Holstein USA will use the date the transfer was received by the Holstein Association. No back dated transfers are allowed. All papers must be available until judging has been completed. There will be no exceptions to this rule.

7. Dress Code: In an effort to maintain positive public image, acceptable dress will be either dark or white pants and white shirts or 4-H attire. Bib overalls or blue denims will not be allowed in the show ring. This will be enforced by the class organizer.

8. Management: The management reserves the final and absolute right to interpret these rules and regulations and will determine all matters, questions, or differences in connection with the show.

9. Rotation of show order will be at the discretion of the dairy superintendent and will be announced prior to the show date.

DEPT SEC CLASS DESCRIPTION PREMIUMS 10 1 5 Junior heifer calf born between March 1 and May 31, 2018 ........................... $16 $14 $10 $8 10 1 6 Intermediate heifer calf born between Dec 1, 2017 and Feb 28, 2018 ............. $16 $14 $10 $8 10 1 7 Senior heifer calf born between Sept 1 and Nov 30, 2017 ............................. $16 $14 $10 $8 10 1 8 Summer yearling heifer born between June 1 and Aug 31, 2017 .................... $16 $14 $10 $8 10 1 9 Junior yearling heifer born between March 1 and May 31, 2017 ..................... $16 $14 $10 $8 10 1 10 Intermediate yearling heifer born between Dec 1, 2016 and Feb 28, 2017 ...... $16 $14 $10 $8 10 1 11 Senior yearling heifer born between Sept 1 and Nov 30, 2016 ....................... $16 $14 $10 $8 10 1 12 Junior Champion Female ...................................................................................... Rosette 10 1 13 Reserve Junior Champion Female .......................................................................... Rosette 10 1 15 Dry cow 3 and 4 years, born between Sept 1, 2013 and Aug 31, 2015 ... $20 $18 $16 $14 $12 10 1 16 Dry cow 5 years and over, born before Sept 1, 2013 ............................ $20 $18 $16 $14 $12 10 1 17 Junior 2-year-old born between March 1 and Aug 31, 2016 ................... $20 $18 $16 $14 $12 10 1 18 Senior 2-year-old born between Sept 1, 2015 and Feb 28, 2016 ............ $20 $18 $16 $14 $12 10 1 19 3-year-old born between Sept 1, 2014 and Aug 31, 2015 ..................... $20 $18 $16 $14 $12 10 1 20 4-year-old born between Sept 1, 2013 and Aug 31, 2014 ..................... $20 $18 $16 $14 $12 10 1 21 Aged cow born before Sept 1, 2013 ................................................... $20 $18 $16 $14 $12 10 1 26 Dam and daughter, both must be owned by exhibitor, daughter must be

bred by exhibitor. .........................................................................................$20 $18 $16 10 1 27 Senior Champion Female ...................................................................................... Rosette 10 1 28 Reserve Senior Champion Female .......................................................................... Rosette 10 1 29 Grand Champion Female ...................................................................................... Rosette 10 1 30 Reserve Grand Champion Female .......................................................................... Rosette 10 1 31 Supreme Champion Female .................................................................................. Rosette

SECTIONS AND BREEDSThe same classification and premiums above apply to each of the following breeds.

A. AyrshireB. Brown SwissC. Guernsey

D. HolsteinE. Jersey

F. Milking ShorthornG. Red & White Holstein

H. Line BackI. Dutch Belted

Section 1S Dairy Cattle Showmanship PREMIUMS: $10, $8, $6, $4, $2DEPT SEC CLASS DESCRIPTION

10 1S 1 Exhibitors ages 8-10 as of Jan 110 1S 2 Exhibitors ages 11-15 as of Jan 110 1S 3 Exhibitors ages 16-21 as of Jan 1


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Daniel E. Spangler Memorial Award AWARD: TrophyAnimal bred and owned by a Junior exhibitor. Dam of animal exhibited must be owned by the exhibitor at the time of breeding (Dairy Cattle).

Section 2 Dairy Beef Feeder SteersCONTACT: Eric Imgrund (570-522-0364) PREMIUMS: $14, $12, $10, $8, $6ENTRY FEE: $6.00 per animal. Payment is due with entry form and must be postmarked no later than July 7. There will be absolutely no substitutions after the July 7 Entry Deadline, including arrival day at the fair.4-H and FFA Entries are limited to residents of Union County.

1. Animals must be of 100% American dairy breed bloodline (purebred or any combination of Holstein, Jersey, Guernsey, Ayrshire, Milking Shorthorn, Brown Swiss, or Red & White Holstein, Lineback, Dutch Belted), dehorned (or naturally polled), and castrated. The dairy beef feeder show will be open only to breeds that are recognized by the PA Junior Dairy Show.

2. Dairy beef steers shall be free of infectious and transmissible diseases. Shipping fever shots required. See General Rules for other animal health rules and regulations.

3. Animals must be owned and identified by March 1. Maximum of two animals may be tagged, and one can be shown. They must be castrated by March 1.

4. Due to weight variances and weight limits, the number of weight classes will be set at the fair.5. When on exhibition in the ring, each animal must be under halter and in the charge of the owner or owner’s

representative, and must be manageable.6. The Champion and Reserve Champion Dairy Beef Feeder Steers, along with 1st and 2nd Place in each class

making weight, will be sold at the 4H/FFA Livestock Sale on Friday. All other Dairy Beef Feeder Steers will not be sold. Owners of the animals not qualifying for the sale must take their animals home at the end of the fair or make other arrangements.

7. Exhibitors showing a dairy beef are also permitted to show a market steer.8. Animals to be sold at the Livestock Sale must weigh between 400 to 800 lbs. at fair weigh-in. 9. Calves should be born between Dec 1 and Jan 15.

DEPT SEC CLASS DESCRIPTION10 2 1 Lightweight Dairy Beef Feeder Steer10 2 5 Middleweight Dairy Beef Feeder Steer10 2 10 Heavyweight Dairy Beef Feeder Steer10 2 11 Champion Dairy Beef Feeder Steer10 2 12 Reserve Champion Dairy Beef Feeder Steer

Section 2S Dairy Beef Feeder Steers Showmanship PREMIUMS: $10, $8, $6, $4, $2DEPT SEC CLASS DESCRIPTION


2017 Dairy SponsorsC Wayne NolenCarl H Brown Insurance AgencyCriswell Acres

Imgrund Family FarmLB Dairy Supply

Mifflinburg Bank & TrustWest Milton State Bank

Section 3 Market SteersCONTACT: Joshua Franck (570-966-7669) PREMIUMS: $14, $12, $10, $8, $6ENTRY FEE: $6.00 per animal. Payment is due with entry form and must be postmarked no later than July 7. There will be absolutely no substitutions after the July 7 Entry Deadline, including arrival day at the fair.4-H and FFA Entries are limited to residents of Union County.

1. An animal must contain at least 50% beef blood and must be dehorned.2. Beef steers shall be free of infectious and transmissible diseases. Shipping fever shots required. See General

Rules for other animal health rules and regulations.3. All market steers must have an official Certificate of Veterinary inspection.4. An exhibitor may enter only one animal. Animals must be owned and identified by March 1. A maximum of two

animals may be tagged.5. All animals will be weighed at the time and place designated by the livestock sale committee.6. Due to weight variances and weight limits, the number of weight classes will be set by the fair.


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7. Animals to be sold at the Livestock Sale must weigh between 1050 to 1450 lbs. at fair weigh-in. 8. When on exhibition in the ring, each animal must be under halter and in the charge of owner or owner’s

representative, and must be able to be handled.DEPT SEC CLASS DESCRIPTION

10 3 1 Lightweight Market Steer10 3 2 Middleweight Market Steer10 3 11 Heavyweight Market Steer10 3 12 Champion Market Steer10 3 13 Reserve Champion Market Steer

Section 3S Market Steer Showmanship PREMIUMS: $10, $8, $6, $4, $2DEPT SEC CLASS DESCRIPTION


Best Owned Union County Steer AWARD:Plaque + $50.004H/FFA members must have purchased or bred the calf in Union County. -- sponsored by Boop’s Livestock Hauling, LLC, DJ Boop.

Section 4 Breeding BeefCONTACT: Joshua Franck (570-966-7669) PREMIUMS: $16, $12, $10, $8, $6ENTRY FEE: $6.00 per animal. Payment is due with entry form and must be postmarked no later than July 7. There will be absolutely no substitutions after the July 7 Entry Deadline, including arrival day at the fair.4-H and FFA Entries are limited to residents of Union County.

1. Breeding Beef Cattle shall be free of infectious and transmissible diseases. Shipping fever shots required.2. All breeding cattle must have an official Certificate of Veterinary inspection.3. Animals must be identified by June 1.4. Exhibitors must be present and have charge of their animals at the time of judging in the show ring.5. All breeding beef cattle must be naturally polled or dehorned.6. Animals must be registered in the exhibitor’s name.7. All cattle must be owned by the exhibitor.8. Animals must be of 100% American Beef breed bloodline (purebred or any combination).

DEPT SEC CLASS DESCRIPTION10 4 1 Junior Bull or Steer calf born between Jan 1 and Apr 15, 201810 4 2 Junior Bull or Steer calf born between Apr 16 and Jul 31, 201810 4 3 Grand Champion Bull or Steer10 4 4 Reserve Grand Champion Bull or Steer10 4 5 Junior Heifer calf born between Jan 1 and Apr 15, 201810 4 6 Junior Heifer calf born between Apr 16 and Jul 31, 201810 4 7 Senior Heifer calf born between Sep 1 and Oct 31, 201710 4 8 Senior Heifer calf born between Nov 1 and Dec 31, 201710 4 9 Summer yearling calf born between May 1 and Jun 30, 201710 4 10 Summer yearling calf born between Jul 1 and Aug 31, 201710 4 11 Junior yearling calf born between Jan 1 and Feb 28, 201710 4 12 Junior yearling calf born between Mar 1 and Apr 30, 201710 4 13 Senior yearling calf born between Sept 1 and Oct 31, 201610 4 14 Senior yearling calf born between Nov 1 and Dec 31, 201610 4 15 Grand Champion Female10 4 16 Reserve Grand Champion Female10 4 17 2 year old Cow-Calf10 4 18 3 years and over Cow-Calf10 4 19 Grand Champion Cow-Calf10 4 20 Reserve Grand Champion Cow-Calf

SECTIONS AND BREEDSThere will be no breed separation. The following breeds qualify as 100% American Beef.

A. AngusB. BrahmanC. Brangus

D. CharolaisE. ChianinaF. Hereford

G. LimousinH. Maine-Anjou

I. Simmental

J. Shorthorn


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Section 5 Market LambsCONTACT: Charles Kessler (570-966-8232) PREMIUMS: $10, $9, $8, $7, $6ENTRY FEE: $3.00 per animal. Payment is due with entry form and must be postmarked no later than July 7. There will be absolutely no substitutions after the July 7 Entry Deadline, including arrival day at the fair. 4-H and FFA Entries are limited to residents of Union County.

1. 4H or FFA members must be present and have charge of their animal - wethers or ewes - at the time of the judging.

2. All sheep shall be washed, properly fitted (slick sheared to 1/8”) and trimmed. Blankets must be removed prior to judging and kept off the animals until leaving the fair.

3. All market lambs must have an official Certificate of Veterinary inspection, which must be checked before animals are unloaded.

4. All market animals will be weighed at the time and place designated by the livestock sale committee.5. Animals to be sold at the Livestock Sale must weigh between 80 to 150 lbs. at weigh-in. 6. Animals must be owned and identified by May 15. A maximum of four animals may be tagged and a maximum

of two animals shown. Scrapie tag will be required for all market lambs regardless of sex.DEPT SEC CLASS DESCRIPTION

10 5 1 Individual Market Lamb - Light Weight10 5 2 Individual Market Lamb - Light Medium Weight10 5 3 Individual Market Lamb - Medium Light Weight10 5 4 Individual Market Lamb - Medium Weight10 5 5 Individual Market Lamb - Medium Heavy Weight10 5 6 Individual Market Lamb - Heavy Medium Weight10 5 7 Individual Market Lamb - Heavy Weight10 5 8 Pair of Market Lambs - Two Lambs - may be Wethers or Ewes10 5 9 Grand Champion Lamb10 5 10 Reserve Grand Champion Lamb

Section 5S Market Lamb Showmanship PREMIUMS: $10, $8, $6, $4, $2DEPT SEC CLASS DESCRIPTION


Section 7 Breeding SheepCONTACT: Anthony Dietrich (570-837-0390) PREMIUMS: $10, $9, $8, $7, $6ENTRY FEE: $2.00 per animal. Payment is due with entry form and must be postmarked no later than July 7. There will be absolutely no substitutions after the July 7 Entry Deadline, including arrival day at the fair.4-H and FFA Entries are limited to residents of Union County.Any animal of unthrifty nature, unsuitable condition, or which cannot be satisfactorily handled under show conditions must be removed from the fairgrounds.

1. All sheep shall be washed, properly fitted and trimmed. Blankets are to be removed prior to judging and kept off animals until leaving the fair.

2. Flock consists of one ram, any age; two ewes, one year and under two years; and two ewes under one year.3. Breeder’s young flock consists of one ram lamb and two ewe lambs, all bred and owned by exhibitor.4. A Get of Sire shall consist of four breeding animals, any age or sex, the Get of one Sire. Get need not be owned

by the exhibitor.5. The show will be limited to registered purebred breeding sheep. Only breeds listed below may be entered.

Registration must be furnished for all animals.6. If an exhibitor is unable to tend his animals during the fair, superintendent shall be informed of the fact and of

the person who will assume this responsibility in his absence.7. Fair reserves the right, in case of limited space, to limit the number of pens to any exhibitor.8. Only two animals per exhibitor may be entered in any one class.

4H and FFA Rules1. Members must be present and have charge of their animal at the time of judging.2. Lambs shown in breeding classes cannot be shown in market classes and vice versa.

DEPT SEC CLASS DESCRIPTION10 7 1 Yearling, Ram, 1 year and under 210 7 2 Ram, Lamb under 1 year10 7 3 Pair of Ram Lambs, owned by one farm


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DEPT SEC CLASS DESCRIPTION10 7 4 Champion Ram10 7 5 Reserve Champion Ram10 7 6 Yearling Ewe, 1 year and under 210 7 7 Pair of Yearling Ewes, owned by one farm10 7 8 Ewe Lamb, under 1 year10 7 9 Pair Ewe Lambs, owned by one farm10 7 10 Champion Ewe10 7 11 Reserve Champion Ewe10 7 12 Breeders Young Flock10 7 13 Flock, Ram, 2 Yearling Ewes, 2 Ewe Lambs10 7 14 Get of Sire10 7 15 Pen of Lambs (4 breeding animals - 2 Ewe Lambs, 2 Ram Lambs)10 7 16 Supreme Champion Ram10 7 17 Supreme Champion Ewe

SECTIONS AND BREEDSThe same classification and premiums above apply to each of the following breeds.

A. Cheviot B. CorriedaleC. Dorset

D. HampshireE. TunisF. Shropshire

G. SouthdownH. SuffolkI. Oxford

J. Natural Colored

George L. Chick Best Breeding Sheep Award AWARD:Banner4-H/FFA members and Open Class Exhibitors are eligible for the George L. Chick Award, given to the Best Breeding Sheep or Best Herd of Breeding Sheep in the barn -- sponsored by The Chick Family.

Section 8 Market SwineCONTACT: Charles Kessler (570-966-8232) PREMIUMS: $10, $9, $8, $7, $6ENTRY FEE: $3.00 per animal. Payment is due with entry form and must be postmarked no later than July 7. There will be absolutely no substitutions after the July 7 Entry Deadline, including arrival day at the fair. 4-H and FFA Entries are limited to residents of Union County.

1. 4H & FFA members must be present and have charge of their animals at the time of judging.2. Animals must be owned and identified by May 15. A maximum of four animals may be tagged and a maximum

of two animals shown.3. All market swine must have an official Certificate of Veterinary inspection.4. All market animals will be weighed at the time and place designated by the livestock sale committee.5. Prior to judging, all swine shall be washed and properly fitted. If clipped, must be 3/4” or longer. 6. Fair will only furnish a reasonable amount of initial bedding for animals housed in the sheep barn. Swine bedded

in the swine barn must be bedded with pine shavings only. No straw or sawdust permitted.7. Due to weight variances and weight limits, the number of weight classes will be set by the fair.8. Animals to be sold at the Livestock Sale must weigh between 220 to 290 lbs. at weigh-in.

DEPT SEC CLASS DESCRIPTION10 8 1 Lightweight Market Swine10 8 2-12 Market Swine10 8 18 Heavyweight Market Swine10 8 19 Grand Champion Market Swine10 8 20 Reserve Grand Champion Market Swine

Section 8S Market Swine Showmanship PREMIUMS: $10, $8, $6, $4, $2DEPT SEC CLASS DESCRIPTION


Section 10 RabbitsCONTACT: Tanya Lantz (570-966-6865) PREMIUMS: $4.50, $3.50, $2.50, $2:00, $1.50ENTRY FEE: $2.00 per entry. $3.00 per meat pen. Meat pens are considered one entry. Payment is due with entry form and must be postmarked no later than July 7. There will be absolutely no substitutions after the July 7 Entry Deadline, including arrival day at the fair. 4-H & FFA club members may enter rabbits in same classes and breeds as listed in Department 9. Premiums & entry fees are same.


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1. The latest rules of the American Rabbit Breeders Association will govern the conduct of the show.2. Exhibitor must show his or her own rabbit.3. Each rabbit must be kept in its own cage until the rabbit is judged.4. After judging, rabbits will be assigned a cage inside the Rabbit Barn.5. It is suggested that all rabbits have permanent ear tattoos. This is for your own protection if a question of

ownership arises.6. Rabbits must be in good health. Rabbits will be checked for eye and nasal drainage, ear mites and other signs

of illness. Judge will eliminate stock found to be diseased while judging. Sick rabbits must be removed from the building as soon as possible.

7. Judges will not award prizes to an unworthy entry. In the absence of competition, or where only one rabbit is entered, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, or no premium will be awarded according to the merit of the entry.

8. Entries will be made in two (2) classes: Open, 4H and/or FFA. Entries limited to 10 per exhibitor.9. There will be Senior (6 months and over) and Junior (under 6 months) Classes in all breeds.10. 4H and FFA Livestock Sale participants may enter one meat pen in the sale. A meat pen consists of three rabbits

of the same breed and variety, not over 10 weeks in age and not weighing under 3.5 lbs. or over 5.5 lbs. per ARBA standard. Rabbits will be weighed by the judge.

11. Fair will provide water, feed and feeding dishes for rabbits.12. Rabbits will be fed and watered by capable help during the week of the fair.13. Fair will not be responsible for the loss of any rabbits.14. NO BEDDING: no cardboard, no hay, and no straw. If a resting board is needed, an approved plastic or wooden

board will be provided by the exhibitor.15. Rabbits may be removed after 11:00 PM Saturday. All rabbits must be removed by 12:00 PM Sunday. No rabbits

(other than the meat pens bought at the livestock sale and rabbits expelled due to illness) will leave the rabbit building before 11 PM on Saturday or exhibitor will forfeit winnings. All buying and selling of rabbits will be done outside the rabbit building after 11 PM Saturday.

16. All Union County entries will be accepted over entries from other counties, regardless of postmark date.17. It is the exhibitor’s responsibility to properly name the breed entered. Any rabbit improperly entered will be

disqualified and will not be judged. The judge will mark the correct name on the tag for the benefit of the exhibitor.

Meat Pens for 4H-FFA1. Each exhibitor is limited to one rabbit meat pen. In preparation, up to ten rabbits may be tattooed. Entries will

have a permanent tattoo in the left ear.2. A meat pen consists of three rabbits of the same breed and variety. They may be up to 10 weeks old (70 days

maximum). Minimum weight 3.5 lbs. and maximum weight of 5.5 lbs. each.3. Youth exhibitors must own the doe(s) and kits must be kindled in the owner’s rabbitry.

a. Owner must notify their county agent, 4-H club leader or FFA advisor of their intent to enter a meat pen before the doe is bred.

b. Exhibitor must notify their county agent, 4-H club leader, or FFA advisor within three days of the doe’s kindling.c. Exhibitor must tattoo all rabbits to be grown for competition at 4 weeks of age in the presence of the county

agent, 4-H Club leader or FFA advisor. Up to 10 rabbits may be tattooed. The agent or advisor must then sign the compliance statement listing the tattoo numbers.

d. The compliance statement must be brought with the rabbits to the Fair.Fryers for 4H-FFA

1. In cases when exhibitors do not have the 3 rabbits needed for a meat pen, exhibitors may enter the remaining rabbits in the fryer class.

2. Exhibitors may show both a meat pen and/or fryer.3. Fryers may be sold at the Livestock Sale, however, exhibitors may only sell a fryer if they do not have a meat

pen to sell.DEPT SEC CLASS DESCRIPTION

10 10 * Rabbit, Buck or Doe, Junior or Senior (*See Sections and Breeds)10 10 10430 31. Meat Pens: Three rabbits same breed and variety, each rabbit must weigh between 3.5 to

5.5 lbs.10 10 10432 32. Fryer: Single rabbit not over 10 weeks, must weigh between 3 to 5 lbs.10 10 10435 33. Roaster: Single rabbit under 6 months, must weigh between 5.5 to 8 lbs.10 10 10437 34. Stewer: Single rabbit 6 months of age and over, minimum weight 8 lbs10 10 10440 35. Doe & Litter: Litter should be 5 to 6 weeks old by end of Fair to prevent problems10 10 10441 Best of Show Doe10 10 10442 Best of Show Buck10 10 10443 Best of Show Doe and Litter

*SECTIONS AND BREEDS - Refer to Department 9 Rabbits SECTIONS AND BREEDS.


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Section 11 ADGA Sanctioned Dairy Goat ShowCONTACT: Betty Bronson (570-441-7727)ENTRY FEE: $2.00 per animal, Union County 4H and FFA ONLY. $4.00 per animal, all others. No entry fee for group classes. LATE ENTRY FEE: $8.00 per animal; late entries will only be accepted to make a breed official. Payment is due with entry form and must be postmarked no later than July 7.This is a one day event. No pens will be available, except 4H-FFA animals. All animals must be on the grounds and checked in no later than 9 AM.

1. American Dairy Goat Association rules shall govern the conduct of the show. 2. Only American Dairy Goat Association, American Goat Society and Canadian Goat Society registered and

recorded animals may be shown in official American Dairy Goat Association shows. 3. Original registration papers must accompany animals over 6 months of age. No pending papers or substitutions

will be approved. Original registration certificate or duplicate application stamped by the ADGA office is required for all animals under 6 months of age.

4. Lease form must be on file with the ADGA; a copy must accompany each leased animal. 5. The base date for computing age of animals shall be the date of the show. 6. Only Does entered in age classes may be shown in group classes.7. All animals must have an official legible breed registration tattoo.8. Junior and Senior shows are not separately sanctioned.9. Substitutions are allowed within the breed.10. Official health certificate issued by accredited veterinarian shall accompany all goats. All health certificates will

be checked. 11. There is no limit in individual classes.12. Group classes are limited to 2 per exhibitor.13. No horned animals allowed.14. There will be no changes to the printed show order.

4H-FFA Rules1. All entries are limited to Union County 4-H & FFA Club members only.2. This will be a Youth Show. 4-H & FFA will compete in same class. The same animal may be entered in open class

and youth class.3. 4-H or FFA members must be present and have charge of their animals at the time of judging. 4. In the event of 2 or more animals owned by one exhibitor in the same class, the second must be shown by a

4-H or FFA member.DEPT SEC CLASS DESCRIPTION PREMIUMS

10 11 1 Doe under 4 mths .................................................................................. $10 $9 $8 $7 $610 11 2 Doe 4 mths, under 12 mths ..................................................................... $10 $9 $8 $7 $610 11 3 Doe 1 year old, under 2 not in milk ........................................................... $10 $9 $8 $7 $610 11 4 Junior Champion Doe ........................................................................................... Rosette10 11 5 Reserve Junior Champion Doe ............................................................................... Rosette10 11 6 Milking Doe under 2................................................................................ $10 $9 $8 $7 $610 11 7 Doe 2 years and under 3 ......................................................................... $10 $9 $8 $7 $610 11 8 Doe 3 years old and under 5 .................................................................... $10 $9 $8 $7 $610 11 9 Doe 5 years and over .............................................................................. $10 $9 $8 $7 $610 11 10 Senior Champion Doe .......................................................................................... Rosette10 11 11 Reserve Senior Champion Doe .............................................................................. Rosette10 11 12 Grand Champion Doe ........................................................................................... Rosette10 11 13 Reserve Grand Champion Doe ............................................................................... Rosette10 11 14 Champion Challenge ............................................................................... $10 $9 $8 $7 $610 11 15 Junior Get of Sire, 3 Jr. Division Does of one sire. ...............................................$12 $10 $810 11 16 Senior Get of Sire, 3 Sr. Division Does of one sire. ..............................................$12 $10 $810 11 17 Produce of Dam, 2 Does of one Dam. ................................................................$12 $10 $810 11 18 Dam and Produce, Dam and daughter. ..............................................................$12 $10 $810 11 19 Dairy Herd, 4 Does in milk ...............................................................................$12 $10 $810 11 20 Bred and Owned Best 3 Females, 3 Does. All must be owned by exhibitor. .............$12 $10 $810 11 21 Best Doe In Show ............................................................................................... Rosette

SECTIONS AND BREEDSA. Alpine B. Lamancha

C. ToggenburgD. Nubian

E. Nigerian DwarfF. Other Purebred

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Section 11S - Dairy Goat Showmanship PREMIUMS: $10, $8, $6, $4, $2DEPT SEC CLASS DESCRIPTION


Section 12 Market GoatsCONTACT: Jennifer Mabus (570-922-4562 PREMIUMS: $10, $9, $8, $7, $6ENTRY FEE: $2.00 per animal. Payment is due with entry form and must be postmarked no later than July 7. There will be absolutely no substitutions after the July 7 Entry Deadline, including arrival day at the fair. 4-H and FFA Entries are limited to residents of Union County.

1. Animals must be owned and identified by May 15. A maximum of four animals may be tagged and a maximum of two animals shown. Scrapie tag will be required for all market goats regardless of sex.

2. All goats must have an official health certificate issued by an accredited veterinarian within 30 days prior to the opening date of the Fair.

3. Goats with horns must have tips slightly blunted or flattened for safety.4. Males must be castrated.5. Goats must have baby teeth - no yearling teeth.6. All goats must weigh between 50-100 pounds and be one year of age or younger.7. All 4-H and FFA animals must be shown under “clean and dry” rule which means only soap and water may be

used with animal shown dry. Anyone not adhering to this rule will be disqualified from show and sale.8. Rabies vaccine is recommended.9. If an exhibitor is unable to tend their animals during the fair, the superintendent shall be informed of the fact

and of the person who will be assume this responsibility in his absence.10. Number of classes at the discretion of the Superintendent pending number of entries.

DEPT SEC CLASS DESCRIPTION10 12 1 Lightweight Market Goat10 12 2 Middleweight Market Goat10 12 3 Heavyweight Market Goat10 12 4 Reserve Champion Goat10 12 5 Champion Market Goat

Section 12S - Market Goat Showmanship PREMIUMS: $10, $8, $6, $4, $2DEPT SEC CLASS DESCRIPTION


Supreme ShowmanshipSponsored by

Attorney Tom Boop, Lawton Insurance Agency and Golden Rule Custom Carpentry.The first place Senior Showman for each market area -- Dairy Beef, Market Lamb, Market Swine, Market Steer and Market Goats -- will show one of each animal. Grading will be on a point system with a special award. Supreme Showmanship Winners will not repeat in subsequent years.

1. If the Senior Division winner declines or is ineligible to participate, the next high placing senior showman shall represent the species.

2. If a contestant is eligible to participate in more than one species, the contestant must choose one species. Rule 1 would be in effect for the declined species.

3. Supreme Showman winners from prior years are ineligible to participate.4. A class of five formats shall be used with contestants showing in a head to head competition for each species.5. The Committee Chairman shall be responsible for securing animals, as well as the proper show equipment.

a. All animals used in the contest may not belong to any participant, his/her family members or raised with a participant’s animal.

b. In the event that an animal must be used as described in 5(a), the participant will be provided another animal.c. Animals will be assigned by a random drawing.d. Consent from the owner shall be obtained before any livestock is used in the contest.e. Market animals will be used in the contest for each species.

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7. Contestants are responsible for securing training prior to the contest.8. Each class in a particular species will be judged according to guidelines and practices of acceptable showmanship

for that species.9. Judges’ decisions shall be final.10. Contestants will be awarded points on a 1-10 scale; one being the lowest and ten being the highest.

a. The contestant with the highest score shall be the Supreme Showman.b. The Supreme Showman tiebreaker will be a written test.c. Scores will not be made public.

4H and FFA Livestock SaleFriday, August 10, 2018 - 7:00 PM in the Show Arena

Auctioneer — Fraley’s Auction Company, Muncy, PennsylvaniaCONTACT: Charles Kessler (570-966-8232)

1. All sale animals must be enrolled as a project and owned by an active Union County 4H or FFA member.2. All animals will be weighed at the time and place determined by the livestock sale committee.Weight of the

scales will be considered the official weight for the show and sale. The first time weight will be considered official. Animals will not be weighed a second time.

3. All animals must be fitted and be able to be shown by the exhibitor at the show and sale except in case of illness or accident.

4. All animals must be fitted using only soap and water for the show and the sale. Animals must be clean when arriving on the fairgrounds. Animals not clean will not be allowed to stay on the fairgrounds.

5. Dress Code - In an effort to maintain a positive public image, exhibitors must wear dark colored pants or jeans and a collared shirt with sleeves, tucked in the pants and no bare midriff. Leather shoes are recommended. Individuals not following the dress code may be removed from the ring and will not be allowed to sell their animals.

6. A maximum of four livestock units may be sold at the sale. Champion animals must be sold.7. Exhibitors showing more than four livestock units must inform the Livestock Chair which units will be sold. If

notification is not received by 9:30 pm Tuesday during fairweek, the units will be limited to 4 and filled in the following order: Rabbit Meat Pen, Market Steer, Heavyweight Market Swine, Heavyweight Lamb, Lightweight Market Swine, Lightweight Lamb, Dairy Beef, Market Goat.

8. Exhibitors that do not want to sell a particular unit of livestock must inform the individual in charge of setting of the sale bill (Charles Kessler) by 9:30 pm Tuesday of the fair. Any and all outstanding entry and sale fees must be paid by this time. Owners of any livestock units listed after the sale bill is printed and not sold will be charged a fee of $25. This fee will be waived for animals that are sick or injured.

9. A commission will be deducted from the owner’s sale check to cover all sale expenses and those required by the government.

10. Four buyer contact forms must be submitted to the Union County Extension Office by July 15 or the next business day if July 15 is during the weekend.

11. No livestock sale checks will be distributed until all livestock sales are finalized.12. It is the responsibility of all 4-H & FFA members to load their project animals for hauling following the sale. if the

member cannot be present at loading time, he/she must secure a representative to load his/her project animals.13. An exhibitor meeting will be held on Monday of the fair at 3:00 pm in the Livestock Show ring. All exhibitors,

youth, parent(s) and adults involved in the livestock show are required to attend.14. The sale order will be all champion animals in the following order: Rabbit Meat Pens, Market Steers, Dairy Beef,

Market Swine, Market Lambs,Market Goat. Following the champions, the remaining animals will be sold in the same species order.

15. Animals not within the listed weight range will not be sold at the sale. if there is a buyback price for animals outside the sale weight range, the owner may accept the buyback price within one hour of the end of the sale.

16. Any livestock owner not taking proper care of their animals on the grounds will not be allowed to sell their animal. The owner will be charged for caring of the animal or its removal from the fairgrounds.

17. Any special rules adopted by the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture will supersede the above rules.18. The fair has the right to change/remove numbers from an eartag, when there are duplicate numbers shown.19. Exhibitors that are not present at time of sale order with animals will be skipped and animals will not be sold

in the livestock sale. Exhibitors will then pay the $25.00 fee for livestock units listed after the sale bill has been printed. This rule will be waived if the exhibitor has made prior arrangements with the superintendent for exceptions that may include: 4-H/FFA activities, college orientation or activities, illness or accidents, or unexpected animal problems where exhibitors may need to assist in the sale ring.

PLEASE NOTE: Buyers must settle for purchases Friday night following the sale.


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2017 Buyers - 37th Annual 4H and FFA Livestock SaleAA Shaffer & Son InsuranceAccurate Auto TopsAurand Bros. Fabrication & RepairsB & K ConstructionBlaise Alexander Rt 45Boops Sporting goodsByerly Bros. MeatsCarriage Corner Restaurant & Iddlings Quarry

CH Waltz SonsCountry Cupboard RestaurantCoup AgencyCrisswell Ag ServicesDersham Family FarmDiefenbach ConstructionErdley’s TruckingEric Imgrund Mini ExcavatingFairfield ChevroletFamily Medicine of Evangelical - MFBG

First Citizens Community BankFranck’s Trucking & Flag Car Service

Geiser Enterprise LLCGeorge Farms

Gutelius ExcavatingHackenberg Apiaries & TruckingHallmark FeedsHoover TractorHoss’s Steak HouseImgrund Family FarmJBK ServicesJason Martin ConstructionJD WeldingJohn Kurtz ConstructionKlingler Family FarmsKoonsman and KauffmanL & M MachiningM & J FarmsMartin’s Custom ButcheringMartin’s Steel LLCMifflinburg Bank & Trust CompanyMifflinburg Farmers ExchangeMLG ServicesMoser Seed AgencyMoyer’s DrywallNational Beef PackingNolty’s Used Farm EquipmentNorm’s DrywallPik-Rite Manufacturing

Roupp FuneralS & M CateringS & H LoggingSholley AgencyShowgirl StyleSissy Boy TruckingStoltzfus GrainStony Creek FarmsSweigart’s Heating and CoolingSwineford National BankT & C Brothers ConstructionT & S Flag Car ServiceT-Davis Excavating LLCThe Bomgardner FamilyTJ Martin ConstructionTroester DairyTurf & Trail EquipmentWeaver Auction ServiceWeis MarketsWest Milton State BankWillow PlayworksZeisloft Farm EquipmentZimmerman Concrete

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Farms, Families, Fairs, Fun - August 5-11, 201893rd Annual Union County West End Fair

Due to circumstances beyond our control, activities & events may change. Visit ucwef.com for up-to-date information.

Daily entertainment is FREE with the cost of admission.

Program of EventsDaily Activities

5:00 pm Boardwalk Opens6:00 pm Lion’s Club Bingo

Saturday, August 4, 20189:00 am 4H Round Up. Fair Entries must be registered by July 15. Judging

by Fair after Round Up. No Fair Entries accepted after Saturday’s Round Up.

Sunday, August 5, 20189:30 am ADGA Sanctioned Dairy Goat Show11:30 am Car & Truck Show (until 2:00 pm) — 10:00 am Registration, 2:30 pm Awards1:00 pm Exhibit Entry (until 4:00 pm). Exhibits must be registered by July 15.

Open & Youth baked goods will not be accepted until Monday.12:00 pm TRACK: Garden Tractor Pulls12:00 pm Rabbit Show2:00 pm Mountain Man Contest3:00 pm STAGE: Union County West End Fair Pageants: Tiny Tassel, Little Miss, Princess, Queen6:00 pm STAGE: Vesper Service with Nancy Joyner & Early Station (Gospel)

Speaker: Pastor Dick DeVett

Monday, August 6, 2018 - Military MondayFREE ADMISSION for active & retired military with ID, sponsored by ATK&R Farm, Mifflinburg.9:00 am Livestock Entry and Weigh In (until 1:00 pm) — Hogs / Lambs & Goats / Steers & Dairy

Beef. Livestock exhibits must be registered by July 7. 10:00 am Exhibit Entry (until 4:00 pm). Baked goods will be accepted.

Exhibits must be registered by July 15. 3:00 pm Mandatory Livestock Meeting (Show Arena) — ALL Livestock Exhibitors MUST attend.4:00 pm Exhibit Judging — Exhibit Building closed until Tuesday afternoon5:00 pm Midway & Rides Open — $5 Ride Wristband6:00 pm 4-H & FFA Judging Contest6:30 pm TRACK: Kiddie Pedal Powered Tractor Pulls (ages 3-10)6:45 pm STAGE: Confederate Railroad with Special Guest Jon Langston (Country)

Tuesday, August 7, 2018 - Ice Cream Night Livestock Benefit Auction begins (Livestock Arena)9:00 am Market Swine Show1:00 pm Market Steer / Dairy Beef / Breeding Beef Show5:00 pm Midway & Rides Open — $5 Ride Wristband. First 200

riders receive FREE Ice Cream at Packer’s Stand.6:30 pm TRACK: 4-Wheel Drive Truck Pulls7:00 pm Exhibitor Best of Show and Baking Contest Photo Shoot7:00 pm STAGE: Redhead Express (Variety)

ADMISSION PRICE $5.00

WEEKLY PASS: $20.00

Children under 5: FREE

$5.00 RIDE WRISTBAND

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Wednesday, August 8, 2018 - Senior Citizen’s Day Free Admission for Seniors 62+, sponsored by The Pennsylvania Lottery Livestock Benefit Auction continues (by Livestock Arena)9:00 am Market Lamb / Breeding Sheep / Market Goat / Breeding

Meat Goat Show4:00 pm Senior Bingo - 20 games for 10 cents with special prizes.

Registration at 3:45 pm.5:00 pm Midway & Rides Open — $5 Ride Wristband6:30 pm TRACK: Hot Stock and Light Farm Tractor Pulls6:00 pm STAGE: Heather Olson with Silver Eagle Band (Country/Pop)8:00 pm STAGE: Heather Olson with Silver Eagle Band

Thursday, August 9, 20189:00 am Dairy Cattle Show9:00 am 4-H & FFA Tractor Driving Contest (until 2:00 pm)5:00 pm Midway & Rides Open — $5 Ride Wristband6:00 pm Livestock Benefit Auction ends (Livestock Arena/results after Supreme Showmanship)6:30 pm TRACK: Light Farm Tractor Pulls and Interstate Sanctioned Mini Rod Pulls7:00 pm Livestock Dress Up Parade / Pee Wee Showmanship / Supreme Showmanship7:30 pm STAGE: Zach Williams (Contemporary Christian)

Friday, August 10, 20185:00 pm Midway & Rides Open — $5 Ride Wristband7:00 pm TRACK: Lucas Oil Pro Pulling League and East Coast Sanctioned Truck & Tractor Pulls7:00 pm 4H & FFA Livestock Sale7:00 pm STAGE: The Lucky Afternoon Band (Oldies Rock)8:30 pm STAGE: The Lucky Afternoon Band10:00 pm Removal of Sold Livestock

Saturday, August 11, 2018 - Kids & Family Day9:00a-12:00p - FREE ADMISSION for children (up to age 12) with the donation of a nonperishable

food item, which will be donated to local food banks.10:00 am TRACK: Farm Tractor Pulls10:00 am Kids Day Activities for Children — ages 2-10 (until 2:00 pm)11:00 am Midway Opens12:00 pm Giant Ice Cream Sundae, sponsored by Trutt’s Pharmacy1:00 pm Rides Open — $5 Ride Wristband3:00 pm Old Fashioned Games (until 4:00 pm)4:00 pm Union County West End Fire Company Parade

(570-922-1171)5:00 pm Tractor Pull Intermission (1 Hour) — No Rides Running7:00 pm TRACK: Interstate Sanctioned Tractor Pulls and Farm Tractor Pulls 7:00 pm STAGE: Bob Randall with The Randall Ginley Band (Variety)8:30 pm STAGE: Bob Randall with The

Randall Ginley Band11:00 pm Removal of Livestock

Sunday, August 12, 20181:00 pm Removal of Exhibits (until 3:00 pm)

*** FREE Parking Daily ***

Senior Citizen’s Day Contact: Judy Moyer (570-922-1798)

Wednesday, August 8, 2018 Sponsored by The Pennsylvania Lottery

Free Admission for Seniors 62+ years of age 3:45 PM Registration / 4:00 PM Bingo

20 Games, 10¢ per game per card

General Rules — Read Carefully August-5-11, 2018

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General Rules — Read CarefullyIn cases when printed publications (Fair Book, Brochure, etc.) differ from the fair website, the website will be considered the authoritative and final word for any and all information and rules.

General Exhibit EntryGeneral Exhibit Pre-RegistrationJULY 15 – General Exhibits (excluding Livestock) must be pre-registered and postmarked by July 15. There is a limit of one (1) entry per exhibit class. The Exhibit Registration and Entry Form is in the center of the Fair Book and on the fair website.Exhibit Submissions - Main Exhibit BuildingSUNDAY, 1-4 PM – Exhibits entry. No Baked Goods.MONDAY, 10 AM-4 PM – Exhibit entry, including Baked Goods. MONDAY, 4 PM – The Main Exhibit Building will be closed to all exhibitors and the public. Only fair officers, department superintendents and their assistants, judges and state officials with proper identity will be allowed to enter the building.Exhibit Removal - Main Exhibit BuildingSUNDAY, 1:00-3:00 PM – Exhibit Removal.The Fair Association assumes no responsibility for exhibits not removed from fairgrounds.

General Rules1. The Fair Association reserves the right to amend or add to these rules and regulations at any time. 2. FAIRGROUND CURFEW — All gates except the main gate will be closed between 12:30 and 5:00 AM daily.

A security guard will be posted allowing traffic out only, except designated Fair officials.3. NSF (Not Sufficient Funds) Checks presented to the Fair Association will be assessed a $50 Fee.

Exhibitor Rules1. All exhibitors agree to be bound by the rules and regulations of the Union County West End Fair

Association.2. All entries will be made according to the classifications listed in the premium book and on the fair website.3. All entries must be grown, produced, or made since the last fair.4. All entries must be made in the name of the grower, maker or bona fide owner.5. Exhibitor may be required to prove ability to reproduce entry in the presence of a qualified person.6. All exhibits accepted for premiums require a properly marked entry tag.7. Exhibitors are responsible to properly name the exhibits he/she is entering.8. Exhibitors are required to give personal attention to their property during the fair.9. Exhibitors are responsible for the removal of their exhibits at the close of the fair.

Exhibit Disqualifications1. Any item improperly entered will be disqualified and will not be judged. The judge shall mark the correct

name on the tag for the benefit of the exhibitor.2. If Department Superintendent believes an entry or exhibit was shown in previous years, the item may be

refused.3. Superintendents reserve the right to refuse any entry and may bar from competition animals, vegetables,

flowers, and manufactured articles of inferior quality and those not possessing sufficient merit to warrant recognition.

4. The Fair Association may, at any time, order the removal of an exhibit or part of exhibit in bad condition and/or unfit to show.

5. Food products may not be chemically altered in such a way that food becomes poisonous or unfit for human consumption.

6. The Fair Association reserves the right to determine how many entries they will accept from one exhibitor and/or family if facilities are not available to handle total entries, rather than closing any department when space has been filled.

7. No exhibitor will be allowed to duplicate entries of a single variety of any kind of grain, vegetable, annual or perennial specimen flowers or plants or any other classes listed, excluding some classes of livestock.

8. No imported, manufactured or commercial products may be exhibited.9. Exhibitors removing entries before 1:00 PM Sunday will forfeit all premiums.10. No live animal exhibits are permitted in the Exhibit Building.11. Failure to comply with Fair Association rules will result in premium forfeiture.

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Judging1. The decision of the judges shall be final except when mistakes, fraud, misrepresentation or collusion, not

discovered at the time of award, is proven. In such cases, the Dept Superintendent, and/or Officers/Fair Board, or such referee as may appointed, shall determine validity of claim.

2. All judging protests must be in writing and plainly state the cause of the complaint or appeal.3. Such protests must be filed at the Fair office within 48 hours of the occurrence.4. When there is no competition, judges may give an award as they deem the exhibit is worthy.5. In cases where there are fewer entries in any class than the number of premiums offered, judges may

give an award such as they deem the exhibit is worthy.

Premium Payments1. Premium Checks will be distributed as follows:

- 4H-FFA Members MUST help at the Tuesday cleanup after the fair to receive premium checks. - All other exhibitors’ premium checks will be distributed at pickup in the Exhibit Building.

2. Checks must be cashed within 30 days of check date. No checks will be reissued.3. Premiums may be given for meritorious exhibits.4. In the event that receipts of the Fair are insufficient to meet all expenses and to pay premiums in full,

the Fair Association reserves the right to prorate the funds available for premiums among the respective winners.

5. Payments made on a pro-rata share, though less than the amount published, shall constitute a full and complete discharge to any premium obligation.

Loss or Damage To Exhibits1. All articles on exhibition must be respected as private property.2. Reasonable care will be taken to protect all exhibits on display from injury and damage.3. Person(s) caught stealing exhibits or abusing/injuring livestock will be dealt with according to the law.4. At the exhibitor’s request, stolen or destroyed ribbons may be duplicated free of charge at the close of the

fair, if supplies are available.5. The Fair Association is not, in any way, to be held responsible for accidents, loss or damage by water, fire,

theft, or otherwise, whatever the cause or extent of the damage or loss.

Law and Order1. No disorderly conduct of any kind will be permitted on the fairgrounds.2. Concessioners are liable and will be held to strict account for any violations of the law and have no claims

on the Fair Association for refund of fees paid.3. Use of alcoholic beverages of any kind is forbidden and any concessioners, exhibitors, contestants or fair

patrons consuming same publicly will be removed from fairgrounds.4. Smoking is prohibited in all fair buildings, including livestock barns and the show arena.5. Riding of bicycles, motorcycles, motor scooters, etc. is not permitted.6. For the safety and comfort of all visitors, animals—other than those being exhibited—are not permitted on

the fairgrounds, with the exception of service dogs.7. No unauthorized solicitors permitted on fairgrounds.8. Autos and trucks are permitted on midway to load and unload only. No vehicles are permitted on the

midway after 4 PM, Monday through Friday and all day Saturday.9. Any fair officer, director or superintendent has the right to evict anyone who violates fair rules.

Liability – Personal Property DamageAll persons who enter the fairground and use the facilities of said grounds for the purpose of exhibiting, displaying, demonstrating, seeing the exhibits, competing in any contests, being entertained by the attractions, or in any other manner participating in the fair, do so at their own risk. The Fair Association will not be liable for any accident, personal injury or property damage suffered by such persons irrespective of how such injury or damage occurs.

The Fair Association will not intentionally show or permit to be shown any dangerous attraction on the fairgrounds. However, the showing of certain attractions require that spectators be reasonably careful in their conduct and be reasonably watchful of the conduct of children. Although the Fair Association will take every precaution, it will not be responsible for any personal injury or property damage suffered by reason of any attraction shown or exhibited during the fair.

The Fair Association assumes no responsibility in case of loss or damage to stock or other exhibits from any cause, and upon this conduct their business or exhibits that the public shall not be liable for injury. In case anyone is injured the privilege, renter or exhibitors shall assume all responsibility, therefore, and shall hold blameless and indemnify the Fair Association against any legal proceedings and any and all incurred expenses.

The Fair Association and its officers or agents will not be responsible for any accident, loss, theft or damage on any Fair parking lot.

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Appendix

Come Support Maintenance & Improvements in the Livestock Area!

2018 Livestock Benefit AuctionTuesday, August 7 – Thursday, August 9, 2018

CONTACT: Nancy & Eric Imgrund (570-522-0364) or Dennis Boop (570-966-1610)The Livestock Auction will be held over a 3-day period where buyers can place written bids on approximately 25 Auction items. Written bids will include: - Name - Phone Number - Bid Amount A bid sheet will be available for each item and buyers can outbid previous bids until 6:00 PM Thursday evening. Winners will be

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Union County West End Fair Association 2018 Premium Guide … · 2018. 5. 7. · Animal Exhibits: Animal Exhibit Rules August 5-11, 2018 7 Animal Exhibit Rules In cases when printed